KARACHI: A delegation from the World Bank (WB) met Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon and discussed WB-supported transport projects, the expansion of public transport, investment opportunities, future infrastructure schemes and urban development.

According to a press statement, the senior minister, who also holds the transport and information portfolios, briefed the delegation in detail about the progress of the ongoing Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Yellow Line project in Karachi and said the Sindh government was making every effort to complete the project within the prescribed timeline and in accordance with the required standards.

“Strong coordination among all relevant institutions is essential for the success of major development projects, and all partners must work together on a single platform to ensure that the benefits of these projects reach the people on time,” the statement quoted the minister as saying.

He said the Sindh government wanted to further strengthen its longstanding cooperation with the WB and sought the bank’s support and partnership for future transport, infrastructure and urban development projects.

The senior minister further said the government was keen to launch a high-speed train service from Karachi to Sukkur, which would prove to be an important milestone in improving travel facilities, commercial activities and economic development in the province.

He said the provincial administration wanted international financial institutions such as the WB and private investors to invest in the mega project.

He further said the province also planned to launch a modern freight train service from Maripur to the Northern Bypass, which would play an important role in making the freight transport system from Karachi Port more efficient, faster and less costly.

“Such projects will not only reduce traffic pressure in the city but will also provide a new impetus to the country’s trade, industrial activities and overall economic development,” he said.

Secretary Transport Asad Zamin and other officials also attended the meeting.

Published in Dawn, July 10th, 2026